Bag, Louis Vuitton; Shirt, Lanvin

Shirt, Lanvin

I worked at American Vogue, and we started shooting celebs on the cover, and I really enjoyed the process of collaborating with the talent instead of working with the model; you have more control over the image. I realized that I wanted to work with actresses and I got a job as the director of VIP at Prada, and worked there for a year before I went out on my own. My very first client was Salma Hayek, and she was on the jury panel at Cannes. She needed more outfits than I had ever seen before, and it was very stressful. I knew once I got through that job I would be able to do anything. Shoe, CHANEL

Julianne Moore wore this amazing Christian Lacroix Couture gown to the Cannes film festival and he hand wrote me a “Thank you” letter.

Top, Marni; Shoes, Miu Miu

Sweater, Marni

I read American Vogue, Elle Decor. I get inspiration from the streets, from books. I have a lot of books. Bag, Balenciaga

All, Junya Watanabe  

Sweater, Maison Martin Margiela; Shirt, Dries van Noten; Jeans, J Brand; Shoes, Rochas

My creative process is different for every type of project, but it usually always starts with going through the shows and picking out things that I like the best and working from there. Pulling inspirations, looking at streetstyle... Dress, Dries Van Noten

Bag, Prada

I styled the cover of Stars in Dior. It's amazing, Charlize is the perfect client because she wears clothes so well, and she enjoys it—and you can't ask for anything better than that. I think we compliment each other really well: she has more California sensibility, and I bring a bit of a N.Y. edge, and together we are able to come up with something relatable and interesting. Shoes, Alexander Wang

Shoes, Jimmy Choo

Blouse, Vintage

I love my job...I get to do whatever I want.  Bag, Givenchy

The best advice someone once gave me was: Work really hard and don't be in a rush. Don't doubt yourself. Always stick to your instincts.  Bag, Givenchy

Sweater, Maison Martin Margiela; Shirt, Dries van Noten; Jeans, J Brand; Shoes, Rochas

I just bought a Julie Blackmon print; she's a really talented photographer. I also just bought a Harry Benson photo.  In terms of young upcoming photographers I really like what Sebastian Kim is doing.  Dress, Stella McCartney

Balancing working and being a new mom is challenging, but I have help, and I have a supportive partner, so we just make it work. [My maternity wardrobe is] Leslie Fremar for Fruit of the Loom dresses, T-shirts and leggings. Pants, Dries van Noten

My décor is mid-century meets eclectic. Blouse, Alexander McQueen

Shoes, Miu Miu

I have a long-standing relationship with Dior through Charlize, and they are always a pleasure to work with.  I appreciate that they include me in a lot of the decision-making and it’s a great collaboration when we make custom pieces for Charlize. Watch, Dior

Dress, Isabel Marant

Blouse, Isabel Marant

Red Dress, Balenciaga; Bag, Dolce & Gabbana; Blue Dress, Dries van Noten

My very first internship was at Flare Magazine in the art department, where I would scan images and put them in their files for the layouts. The fashion director at the time needed help on a photoshoot, and took me from the photo department. I had such a great time that I knew I wanted to work in styling. It seemed so glamorous at the time and it felt unreachable. Canada is definitely a lot slower paced and quieter; I miss summers at the cottage, my friends, my family, but other than that I really do love New York. Bag, Marni

I always get really excited to see my clients on the red carpet.  People don't realize how much work goes into creating an Oscar look or award show look.  There is something really satisfying when seeing the final product, when you see the actual final look on the red carpet. I get so excited for the girls, it's almost as if sending them off to something special, like their wedding. Bag, CHANEL; L to R. Watches, Hermès, Hermès, Cartier

I really loved being Anna's assistant, and I honestly believe that if I didn't work for her I wouldn't be as successful or hard working as I am. I think it really changed my character. I'm sure all of you have seen Devil Wears Prada, and yes, it is a movie and yes, a lot of it is exaggerated—but some of that stuff actually did happen, and every day was an adventure.

Watch, Cartier; Jewelry, Unknown Designers

Styling is a long process, and it starts about a month before [a show]. It's about collecting sketches and going through them, and showing them to your client, and then making decisions, choosing fabrics, and then the fitting process starts.  So I would say the whole thing takes about a month, and I think the most important part of it is trusting your instincts and believing in your choices.

L to R. Coats, Balenciaga, Dries van Noten

Shoes, Calvin Klein

I always wore Fruit of the Loom men’s undershirts growing up, and I also tend to spend way too much money on T-shirts—so I thought what a great marriage to partner with such a great company to make great, affordable T-shirts. And they loved the idea. Shirt, Leslie Fremar x Fruit of the Loom